cricket
|crick/et|
B1
/ˈkrɪkɪt/
chirping insect; bat-and-ball game
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cricket' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'criquet', where 'criquet' meant 'goal post or stick'.
Historical Evolution
'criquet' transformed into the Old English word 'cricce', and eventually became the modern English word 'cricket'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'goal post or stick', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'insect' and 'sport'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small insect related to the grasshoppers, known for the male's chirping sound.
The cricket's chirping filled the night air.
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Noun 2
a bat-and-ball game played between two teams of 11 players each on a field.
Cricket is a popular sport in England and India.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 14:21